New Workshop Format for Code Sisters

The next Code Sisters Workshop is July 18th from 11 am to 5 pm, in the main space at Gangplank Chandler. Know a woman or teen who might like to learn how to code? Spread the word!

This month’s workshop will introduce a format designed to give participants more choice over what and how they learn. This format should also let our mentors make better use of their time and be more creative in customizing their training to the student.

We will have three different groups, each group with a different objective:

1) “Learn to Think Like a Programmer” – Basic programming concepts presented in a clear and direct way. You won’t even need a laptop for some of these. Hands on exercises and answers to your questions. This group is designed to teach the “whats” and “whys” of coding. For beginners or anyone who wants to reinforce their knowledge of basic concepts.

2) “Project Boot/Reboot” – Bring a project or consult with a mentor to pick a learning project that is right for you. Work on that passion project you’ve been putting off or try something new and fun that will advance your skills. If you want to finish up the snake game or the to do list from prior workshops, this is the place to be. Work on the “how to” of coding. Any level.

3) “Challenge Yourself” – Got dreams of getting a coding job or tackling a Hackathon? Test your skills under the guidance of our mentors. Find out what you know and what you don’t… There will be various types and levels of challenges available, ranging from easy to difficult.

What to bring – A laptop and a curious mind. Lunch is on your own – you can either bring your lunch or visit one of the downtown Chandler eateries. Optional – Bring a project of your own to work on. If you don’t have a project, bring your questions about programming and learning to code.

Who can participate? The workshop is intended to encourage women to learn to code. Men are welcome to participate, too, if sponsored/accompanied by a woman. Suggested minimum age is 14.

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Super Organizing-Guru to the Rescue!

Location Queen Creek Library

Are your papers piling up? Does your inbox need an inbox? Is your office causing you stress? Join us for a FREE workshop that will help you clear the clutter, empty your inbox, conquer your paperwork and reduce your stress.

If your office is out of control – come to this workshop and learn how to achieve total tranquility in your home office.

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Get Reel Documentary Film Series Summer 2015

The Get Reel documentary film series is back at the Downtown Chandler Public Library this summer. The free Get Reel documentary film series runs every Tuesday evening starting June 9th through August 11th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.

“We are excited to screen 10 first-run documentary films this summer, with several being exclusive premieres before they are shown on PBS in prime-time this fall,” said Chandler Librarian Ted Liebler. “Our renovated Copper Room has been enhanced to truly optimize the film watching experience with upgraded audio & video equipment and controllable room lighting for a real cinema experience.”

The Get Reel film series is made possible by a partnership between Chandler Public Library and POV (Point of View), Public Television’s premier documentary series. Since 1988, POV has been the home for the world’s boldest contemporary filmmakers, celebrating intriguing personal stories that spark conversation and inspire action. It is produced by American Documentary, Inc.

“This year’s films feature strong individuals that viewers won’t easily forget,” said POV Executive Producer Chris White. “Intimate and urgent, these are the stories of our times. We are proud to present a slate of films that challenge, enlighten and inspire.”

The complete film schedule, including descriptions, is below:

June 9The Overnighters (by Jesse Moss)
Desperate, broken men chase their dreams and run from their demons in the North Dakota oil fields. A local pastor risks everything to help them.

June 16Cutie and the Boxer (by Zachary Heinzerling)
An Oscar®-nominated reflection on love, sacrifice and the creative spirit, this candid New York tale explores the chaotic 40-year marriage of famed “boxing” painter Ushio Shinohara and artist Noriko Shinohara.

June 23Tough Love (by Stephanie Wang-Breal)
This moving film accompanies two parents as they navigate the often-murky waters of the foster-care system, trying to reunite with their children and prove that they deserve second chances.

July 7Tea Time (by Maite Alberdi)
Tea Time visits with five well-heeled Chilean women who have met monthly for tea and pastries for 60 years, offering an intimate view of life’s joys and difficulties—and the enduring power of friendship.

July 14Web Junkie (by Shosh Shlam and Hilla Medalia)
In China, Internet addiction has been declared a national health crisis. With extraordinary access, Web Junkie delves into the treatment regimen for teenagers in a three-month military-style rehab program.

July 21The Storm Makers (by Guillaume Suon)
This chilling exposé of Cambodia’s human trafficking underworld weaves the story of a peasant girl sold into slavery at 16 with that of two traffickers who use deception to funnel a stream of poor and illiterate people across the country’s borders.

July 28Beats of the Antonov (by Hajooj Kuka)
Beats of the Antonov explores how music binds a community in the war-ravaged Sudan region, where people celebrate their survival and battle to maintain their heritage, even as bombs drop all around them.

August 4Neuland (by Anna Thommen)
Neuland (“New Territory”) immerses viewers in a Swiss integration class, where for two years adolescent immigrants struggle to learn a new language, prepare for employment and reveal their hopes and dreams.

August 11Point and Shoot (By Marshall Curry)
Two-time Oscar® nominee Marshall Curry’s Point and Shoot rides shotgun with Matt VanDyke, who films his self-transformation from a timid 26-year-old to a motorcycle-driving rebel, fighting in the Libyan revolution.